{"id":4491,"date":"2025-07-31T03:01:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T03:01:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/?p=4491"},"modified":"2025-08-13T06:56:42","modified_gmt":"2025-08-13T06:56:42","slug":"40-best-stardew-valley-pc-mods-in-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xmodhub.com\/info\/xmod-blog\/40-best-stardew-valley-pc-mods-in-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"40 Best Stardew Valley PC Mods in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"

Su<\/strong>mmary: This guide covers everything you need to know about modding Stardew Valley in 2025, including what essential mods are, how to install them on PC, and where to find the 40 best mods\u2014complete with free download options through Xmod<\/a>. <\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Stardew Valley<\/a> may have launched years ago, but in 2025, it\u2019s more alive than ever\u2014thanks to a passionate modding community that continues to breathe new life into the game. Whether you’re a newcomer looking to enhance your farming experience or a veteran returning for a fresh start, mods are the key to customizing, upgrading, and expanding your adventure in Pelican Town. <\/span><\/p>\n

This guide will walk you through <\/span>what makes a mod essential<\/strong>, showcase the <\/span>40 best Stardew Valley mods for PC in 2025<\/strong>, and show you <\/span>how to install them<\/strong>, including how to download mods <\/span>for free using Xmod<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Table of contents<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. What are essential <\/span>S<\/span>tardew <\/span>V<\/span>alley mods <\/span><\/li>\n
  2. 40 best mods for <\/span>S<\/span>tardew <\/span>V<\/span>alley in 2025 <\/span><\/li>\n
  3. How to Add Mods to Stardew Valley on PC\uff1f <\/span><\/li>\n
  4. How to get free mods from Xmod? <\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Conclusion<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What Are Essential Stardew Valley Mods?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    \"SMAPI<\/p>\n

    Generic Mod Config Menu<\/strong>\u00a0is a necessity for modding, basically just a mod that allows you to change the settings of other mods without having to reset your game every time.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Then there’s a bunch of quality of life mods that are often used<\/span><\/p>\n

    NPC Map Locations<\/strong>\u00a0– shows you where people are on a map (contrary to the name, also includes players, horses, and such)<\/span><\/p>\n

    Gift Taste Helper<\/strong>\u00a0– when hovering over NPC’s tells you their loved gifts (useful if you don’t want to constantly check the wiki)<\/span><\/p>\n

    Bigger Backpack<\/strong>– get an extra backpack upgrade<\/span><\/p>\n

    The main Stardew Valley mod that many people use is\u00a0<\/span>Stardew Valley Expanded, it adds new content to the game and stays quite similar to the vibe of the original.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Then there’s the most common “cheaty” mods. These are also quite popular and trivialize certain grindy parts of the game,<\/span><\/p>\n

    Tractor Mod<\/strong>\u00a0– adds a tractor that waters, tills, cuts down trees, weeds and rocks, spreads seeds ect, in an area around the player automatically when a tool is selected<\/span><\/p>\n

    Automate<\/strong>\u00a0– self-explanatory, automated machines<\/span><\/p>\n

    Chests Anywhere<\/strong>\u00a0– self-explanatory, access your chests anywhere<\/span><\/p>\n

    Wear More Rings<\/strong>\u00a0– adds more ring slots and an extra trinket slot<\/span><\/p>\n

    40 Best Stardew Valley Mods for PC in 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Here\u2019s a curated list of <\/span>40 must-have mods<\/strong>, each with a brief description and a direct download link\uff1a<\/span><\/p>\n

    Stardew Modding API<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    SMAPI\u00a0<\/strong>is the mod loader for Stardew Valley. It works fine with GOG and Steam achievements.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Content Patcher<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can load content packs that change the game’s data, images, and maps without replacing XNB files.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get<\/strong>: Nexus Mods<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Stardew Valley Expanded<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Stardew Valley Expanded is a fan-made expansion for ConcernedApe’s Stardew Valley. This mod adds 28 new NPCs, 58 locations, 278 character events, 43 fish, reimagined vanilla areas, three farm maps, a reimagined world map reflecting all changes, new music, questlines, objects, crops, festivals, and many miscellaneous additions.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: FlashShifter<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    NPC Map Locations<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can help you see NPCs and players on the map, with an optional minimap.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Bouhm<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Generic Mod Config Menu<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod adds an in-game UI to edit other mods’ config options.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: spacechase0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    CJB Cheats Menu<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod is a simple in-game cheats menu with lots of cheats.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Farm Type Manager<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Farm Type Manager is a framework that lets other mods spawn objects and monsters anywhere in the game, with various controls and customization options.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: EscaMMC<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Lookup Anything<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can help you see live info about whatever’s under your cursor when you press F1. Learn a villager’s favourite gifts, when a crop will be ready to harvest, how long a fence will last, why your farm animals are unhappy, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    CJB Item Spawner<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    An easy-to-use in-game item spawner menu mod.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    StardewValley Anime Mods<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A mod created for love interests and villagers portraits.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: ohodavi<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Expanded Preconditions Utility<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod provides a conditions system mod authors can use, based on the game’s event preconditions.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: CherryChain<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Automate<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Place a chest next to a machine (like a furnace or crystalarium), and the machine will automatically pull raw items from the chest and push processed items into it. Connect multiple machines with a chest to link them.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Tractor Mod<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can help you buy a tractor to more efficiently work with crops, clear twigs and rocks, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Skull Cavern Elevator<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can adds an elevator to the Skull Cavern.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Bifibi<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Platonymous Toolkit<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A toolkit for Smapi Mods.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Platonymous<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    StardewHack<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A library mod used by other mods. Doesn’t do much on its own.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: bcmpinc<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Mail Framework Mod<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A framework to use the in game mailbox. Console commands to adjust the mail. Code and Content Pack interfaces.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Digus<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/span><\/p>\n

    Shop Tile Framwork<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span>This content packs create fully customizable shops and animal shops, and make them interactable in-game via tile properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: CherryChain<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Seasonal Outfit<\/span>s<\/span>\u00a0– Slightly Cuter Aesthetic<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Overhauls all character sprites and portraits for a slightly cuter aesthetic<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Poltergeister<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Ridgeside Village<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Ridgeside Village adds over 50 new NPCs, a new location, new items, new shops, new festivals, custom music, custom quests, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Rafseazz<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Custom NPC Exclusions<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod allows other mods to exclude NPCs from certain quests and events, especially those that randomly select NPCs.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: EscaMMC<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    TMXL Map Toolkit<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Toolkit for adding\/editing\/replacing maps and creating buildables.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Platonymous<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Cheats Anywhere<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Access your chests, dressers, fridge, shipping bin, and Junimo huts from anywhere and organise them your way. Transfer items without having to run around, from the comfort of your bed to the deepest mine level. Includes optional balanced mode.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Extra Map Layers<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can help you display extra layers added to map mods.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: aedenthorn<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download lin<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Fashion Sense<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A framework which allows for bigger accessories, hairstyles, hats, shirts, sleeves, pants and shoes, as well as animation support and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: PeacefulEnd<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Custom Companions<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A framework for creating custom entities that can be spawned on maps or follow you around in Stardew Valley.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: PeacefulEnd<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Skip Fishing Minigame<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod can help ou can catch fish without any struggle. <\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: dewmods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Visible Fish<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod shows fish that are currently catchable in the water. Works with modded locations + fish.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: shekurika<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Gift Taste Helper<\/span><\/h3>\n

    This mod<\/span> displays a helpful tooltip that shows an NPC’s favourite gifts when hovering over their birthday on the calendar or the social page.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: tstaples<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    CJB Show Item Sell Price<\/span><\/h3>\n
    <\/span><\/div>\n

    This mod helps you see the sell price of items in your inventory.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Pathoschild<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Wear More Rings<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod configure the amount of ring slots in your inventory. By default adds 6 additional ring slots.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: bcmpinc<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Portraiture<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod add higher resolution portraits and easily switch between different Portrait Mods.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Platonymous<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Bigger Packpack<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    With this mod, you can buy a bigger backpack at Pierre’s for only 50,000g.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: spacechase0<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    DaisyNiko’s Earthy Recolour<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    A framework of a warm, earth-toned recolour that’s easy on the eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: DaisyNiko<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Winter Grass<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod makes grass survive through winter.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: CatCattyCat<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Baldur’s Village<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod adds 20+ new beautifully drawn characters, 6 new locations, new shops with special items, events, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: baldursvillage<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Animal Husbandry<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod improves animal husbandry by adding new tools to the game. Adds a way to give treats to your animals, impregnate them, harvest meat, cook new meat-based recipes, watch a new animal-themed TV channel for tips, and participate in a new Animal Contest event.
    \n<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: Digus<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Skateboard<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod let you craft a skateboard that you can ride, enabling fluid, skateboard-like movement.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: aedenthorn<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    The Love of Cooking<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    This mod is for people who really do love cooking and want it to matter more in Stardew Valley. It adds new recipes, a search function, and the ability to toggle using high-quality ingredients. It even changes healing so that eating foods heals over time instead of instantly. There’s even a new community center challenge that unlocks kitchen upgrades.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: bbluberry<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    Zenith Farm<\/span><\/h3>\n

    <\/span><\/p>\n

    Modder DaisyNiko over on Nexus Mods<\/a> creates some awfully pretty Stardew Valley maps, but their Zenith Farm has to be one of their best. The map puts your farmhouse high atop a mountain overlooking the valley, with a little ravine splitting it down the middle. The split makes it an easy map to manage and organize, plus it comes with seasonal forage, berries, and a handy Warp Totem.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Created by: DaisyNiko<\/span><\/p>\n

    Where to get: Nexus Mods<\/span><\/p>\n

    Download link<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

    How to Add Mods to Stardew Valley on PC<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Modding Stardew Valley on PC is simple once you know the basics. Most mods require a tool called <\/span>SMAPI (Stardew Modding API)<\/strong> to run, and installation only takes a few minutes.<\/span><\/p>\n

    Step-by-Step Guide to Installing Mods on PC<\/strong><\/h3>\n

    1: Install SMAPI<\/strong><\/h4>\n

    SMAPI is the core mod loader for Stardew Valley and is required for most modern mods.<\/span><\/p>\n